Tributes to Leicester radio presenter Tony Lyman who has died aged 65
His 40-year-long career included Leicester Sound and Smooth (Image: BBC)
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East Midlands radio presenter Tony Lyman has died aged 65 after a short illness.
His career spanned more that 40 years and included broadcasting at Leicester Sound and Smooth radio.
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